It's been years since I last hiked this loop on a hot Summer day in July…read more This is a steep trail and there are parts that narrowed out, but hubby and I walked single file through those parts. We spent a day hanging out here, but we stopped halfway for a break and lunch in some shade. There are plenty of little rivers that flow below the waterfall. Hearing the waterfall kept us chugging along because we were ready to cool off. This wasn't the biggest waterfall, but we enjoyed our time in it. It was very private once we actually got down there and so happy we were in our own little oasis; we had the whole place to ourselves. With all the precipitation we received this year I can only imagine how beautiful and full everything is. I'm planning on revisiting this Summer to see how everything has grown.

Beautiful hike, spectacular views with a waterfall, this hike offers up rewarding treasures that…read moreonly Genoa can deliver. We set off on this trail that starts in the historic town of Genoa at the end of Carson Street which is north of Main Street (same side as the Genoa Bar - look for the Orchard House). You will see a gravel parking lot and the Genoa Loop Trail sign at the start of the trail. We opted for the 6 mile round trip to the waterfall adventure on this particular day as we headed out. With an elevation gain of 1410ft and many switchbacks be sure to carry plenty of H20, wear appropriate footwear, maybe bring something like a granola bar or fruit and as always pack out, what you pack in. The trail is well maintained, but can be narrow & steep at times with bicyclists and furry companions allowed on the trail too. Please be sure to bring leashes along with doggy mutt mitts aka poop bags, there is a trash can and mutt mitts at the beginning of the trail but better to be prepared and there are no poop fairies. Remember everyone is out there to enjoy the beauty of the Great Outdoors so ENJOY IT! We thoroughly enjoyed this hike, stopping along the way to take in the spring flowers, beautiful views, grab our binoculars to look upon Genoa, the Carson River & Jacks Valley. We crossed the creek throughout the trail with foot bridges, butterflies, and the reward of our hiking adventure was the Genoa Waterfall as it cascade over as we listened to it surrounded by the pine trees. So get out there, this is a GREAT waterfall hike with stunning views added bonus you are already in the quaint historic town of Genoa so why not check out the cute town and grab a bite to eat or libation. Enjoy and #moveyourbody!!

Exceptional service. First time doing Mr Toads and we shuttled w/ Wanna Ride. We got picked up at…read morethe meeting place on time. Kat provided great trail advice. Looking forward to use their service again next time.

Love this place so convenient and the trail is perfect! The bike Rentals are a good priceread more

Excellent place to rent bikes and right next to Tahoe east shore trail. The bikes were quick to…read morerent for a full day and prices were quite reasonable. Highly recommend biking Tahoe east shore trail or hiking along the path which a lot of folks do as well. There's a cafe just beside the rental bike store so after a long bike you can also grab a bite here and replenish.

Quality/Quantity - There really should be a separate bike and walking path. Especially with all the…read moreebikes! It is almost as if people are riding a moped on the sidewalk. So dangerous for all. And so many of these people do NOT have control, going too fast, not warning others when passing, etc. I am very surprised that there are not more accidents. As locals, we bring our own manual bikes for the trails. Sometimes we just bike from the condo, just to avoid the parking issues and inexperienced drivers. Atmosphere - Popular tourist bike rental place. Actually the only one in this area for Incline. Next to the famous Tunnel Creek Cafe. Service - N/A; well they can train and educate their customers to be safer! Price - See website. Ranges from $20 to $98. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2000. Thank you Max (owner) for being a part of the bike trails since 1983.

Since South Lake Tahoe was windy, icy, and snowy, we found Eagle Ridge Trail in conservative, but…read morequaint Genoa nearly 50 minutes away where we could hike. Because it's the off-season, we easily found parking at the trailhead. Advertised as a 4.6-mile out-and-back moderately challenging trail, our party decided to hike 2 miles up and back as the wind was becoming gustier by the minute. While on the trail, we encountered motorized mountain bikers, a gopher snake, and beautiful views. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas, but beware that this is a black bear, mountain lion, and snake habitat. Prior to beginning the trail, I recommend a stop at the Mormon Station State Historic Park to use their restrooms. If you're there when the museum is open, it's $1 per adult.

Dennis is so kind, patient, thorough and knowledgeable. He understood our needs and ensured that we…read moregot the bikes that we wanted. They now fit us, ride perfectly, and we're impressed! Thank you! Buy from this shop!

I took my e-bike in for service. The turnaround was only a few days and my bike looked brand new…read more I was very pleased with the detail that went into the service. My gears shift smoother than they ever have. I was pleased that he was honest about any work that needed done. Didn't try to sell me on anything. The young man assisting him was very helpful and loaded and unloaded our bikes. I will always take my bike here for service and/or repair and have already recommended them to other friends with bikes.

Hot in the summer, cool in the winter with a few water/creek crossings! Riding solo is ok, but you…read morenever know what conditions or mechanical issues could bring. Riding with a partner or a group is a lot more fun and brings opportunities for some great action photos!

I was in the area for a California state park lead height. We started at 6:00 a.m. the trail was…read moremoderate. Happy to walk through a very much carved out Trail no issues or problems. Parking is easy but I could see how parking could fill up here it's a moderate size parking lot. I was just as true if you're looking for a moderate hike it does have some areas that are not shaded of course.

Northstar ski resort wouldn't refund my season pass when their resort closed back in 2021 and I…read morecouldn't go snowboarding that season.

Fun Mountain Biking Lessons with Awesome Coaches John & Eric - Great for Families!…read more Northstar offers excitement and fun for mountain bikers of all levels, from beginner to advanced, with a wide variety of trails to keep things both interesting and challenging. The resort offers biking lessons, and the group lessons are especially helpful for families wanting to learn some basic skills and gain confidence, in order to better enjoy their day on the mountain. The private lessons are well worth the money for families through advanced riders, and coaches John & Eric rock! They both have years of experience, can definitely help you skill up, and are personable and fun to hang with. For families, these fantastic coaches can turn a nice visit into an awesome day of adventures! With private lessons, riders of different skill levels can be accommodated, so that each biker is able to learn and progress. Thanks to their great coaching, we had family members learn enough to hit intermediate trails on Day 1! The other advantage of private lessons was that the kids/teens had a coach to accompany them since none of the adults could keep up! Parents will appreciate that they can watch and build trust in their coach during the first hour or so and then feel good about bowing out for libations, confident that their kids are riding the more challenging trails with a responsible, biking-experienced adult. Book a mountain biking lesson with Coach John or Eric the next time you're at Northstar! You'll be glad you did!!

Fortunately, I missed most of the OHV traffic…read more the view from the top is very nice. Like so many of the trails around Lake Tahoe, there are no directional signs along the trail. But with GPS and a trail map, that's not a problem. Without a GPS and able to trail map, there are plenty of places along this Trail for you to make a wrong turn. That said, the trail itself is a one-lane road all the way to the top. By one lane road I mean it's generally wide enough for a narrow vehicle. But at least 75% of it would be like driving on the surface of Mars. I saw OHV tracks all the way to the base of the summit. I hiked this Trail alone, starting at around 1330 in October 2020. I made it back by around 1630. This trail is rated as hard, I suppose because of the Rocky and Boulder terrain.

4 stars for the scenery and the workout; minus one if there are dirt bikers!…read more If you're looking for a 3-4 hour scenic high Sierra hike with steep (not mountain goat!) climbs, and don't mind sharing the trail with an occasional mountain bike or dirt bike, you might want to check out the Ellis Peak Trail, accessed via Barker Pass Road. It's a good summer or fall hike and it's dog-friendly. Be sure to add in drive time to the trailhead - about 30 minutes from Tahoe City and about 20 minutes from Homewood. You'll find the trail listed online or you can pick up a free map at Sugar Pine Point SP entrance. At the trailhead, the sign reads 5 miles to Ellis Peak. Using MapMyRun, we measured it at 3.5 (7 miles round trip). Starting out, you'll be eating dust for the first mile as you grind out the first of three steep climbs to the peak. Don't get discouraged! At the top of this hill, you'll be rewarded with sweeping vistas as you hike gradually uphill across decomposing granite. Next, you'll drop steeply for a mile through forest, eventually crossing a trail to go straight up the hill. This second steep climb gets you to a ridge where you'll see a trail heading to the peak. It's a brief glute-burner for your final climb to the top, where ya can plant your flag, eat lunch and enjoy the 360º views. Save some energy for the way back, where you still have one short climb and a mile-long dusty climb to go. Expect a mountain bike or two; hopefully you won't encounter any dirt bikers as they'll raise plumes of dust. Directions: From Highway 89 in Homewood, drive 2 miles north on 89 to Tahoe Pines. Turn left on Barker Pass Road (road sign is poorly placed, 100 ft. west of 89) and bear left at the fork (3.7 miles). Continue uphill for approx. 4.7 miles, winding up the side of the mountain where you'll encounter sharp switchbacks shortly before the paved road ends. Park anywhere; the trailhead is just up the hill on your left. For you navsat hikers, the Ellis Peak lat/long is - http://bit.ly/Z5KXsr The roundup: Distance: 7 miles Time: 3-4 hours plus time at the top Difficulty: Strenuous, with steep hills in loose footing. Highlights: Awesome views of Lake Tahoe, rim views, downhill return. Sucks: Dirt bikers use the trail. And, it's a 30 minute drive from Tahoe City! Water: Two liters. Dogs: Allowed!

The techs at Main St Bikes have the experience, know how and network to get you the bike you want…read morebuilt in short time and delivered to your home. This may be a new business, however these guys have been around bikes most their lives. They feature KHS bikes and are adding more bike and part vendors daily. Check em out today!

My son has been biking here since he was 3. He started out on a balance bike and is now on a 20" at…read morealmost 5. He's been able to do most of the beginner / intermediate trails. I can't say enough good things about this park that operates on donations. The trails are always well maintained and the people from adult volunteers to riders of all ages are exceptionally kind. I don't ride, so often if my son falls or gets scared on a route where he can't see me, strangers have helped him out. Teenage boys have stood out to me as being especially welcoming and kind to a little guy who is still learning about etiquette and how to ride. If you're hanging out like me, it's also nice to know there are plenty of seating options including a nice table in the advanced section. There's beautiful trees that provide ample shade. Dogs are even allowed as long as they are on leash and they (and all human foot traffic) stay off the mound. There's a drinking fountain with delicious mountain water and two bathroom options - one is a porta potty right at the entrance and the other is the adjacent park's restroom. Bring snacks as they sell ice cream and a few bars. Raley's is down the street and it's a wonderful place to grab a pizza and some beers (upstairs loft has many on draft and is super kid-friendly).

My son and I love this place. Great trails and flow. Highly recommend this place. Brooks & Cortney…read moredo an amazing job. Great friendly environment for all ages and skill levels. Awesome place